HD6 1DU is an up-and-coming urban area on West Park Street, 0.1km from Brighouse in Brighouse. Administratively it sits within Brighouse ward and the Calder Valley constituency.
For families considering a move, HD6 1DU represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 136 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £40k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for HD6 1DU are sourced from Output Area E00055203 (shared with 73 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEST PARK STREET, HD6 1DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST PARK STREET, HD6 1DU.
381
53
£ 35,900 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
HD6 1DU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 53, 78% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £40k.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for HD6 1DU. The average age is 52.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 40,500
1 sales · Mean £ 40,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around HD6 1DU is above average at 136 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Andrew's CofE (VA) Junior School
Longroyde Primary School
Woodhouse Primary School
St Andrew's Church of England (VA) Infant School
Rastrick High School
St John's (CofE) Primary Academy, Clifton
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Czerwik Fine Wine And Cheese0.1 km
- Norths S K Ltd0.1 km
- Poundworld0.2 km
- Wildings0.0 km
- Gooder Lane News0.4 km
- + 21 more
Restaurant, Cafe
33 nearby- Fratellis0.2 km
- Top Brand Food Foods Ltd0.6 km
- Crumbs0.6 km
- St Johns Church Hall0.6 km
- The Cabin Cafe0.2 km
- + 28 more
Takeaway Shop
27 nearby- Ayan Food Cottage (AFC) Ltd0.2 km
- Mexi Bean Express0.2 km
- Kebab House0.7 km
- Bismillah Medina0.7 km
- Domino's Pizza0.1 km
- + 22 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Lane Head Hotel0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Brighouse Civic Hall0.1 km
- Calder Brighouse0.1 km
- George Hotel0.2 km
- Prince Albert Inn0.7 km
- The Market Tavern0.1 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brighouse0.3 km
- Deighton4.1 km
- Halifax5.3 km
Bus Stops
- Thornton Square0.1 km
- Bighouse Sainsburys0.1 km
- Huddersfield Rd Sainsburys0.1 km
- Bus Station stand D0.1 km
- Brighouse Sainsburys0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: HD61DU · Data under Open Government Licence